1950 Austin A135 vs. 1972 Buick GS
To start off, 1972 Buick GS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1972 Buick GS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1972 Buick GS | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A135 | GS |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
